St. Mary’s Hospital named to the state honor roll for antibiotic use

St. Mary's Hospital has been named to the Illinois Department of Public Health's Gold-Level Honor Roll for meeting all six federal priority elements for using antibiotics correctly, a mark fewer than 10 percent of Illinois hospitals have reached, according to the hospital.

Kool & The Gang founder’s foundation donates $10,000 in instruments to a youth music academy

RISE Music Academy receives a $10,000 donation to support its youth music education initiative, expanding access to music education for children and teens who might otherwise lack the resources and opportunities to explore their musical talents.

Aqua Illinois announces $40 million of infrastructure investments throughout Kankakee County

Aqua Illinois announces $40 million infrastructure investments throughout Kankakee County

2026 Election Questionnaire: Name, Kankakee County Board

Marta Perales: One priority is to move the county board meetings to the evening. We need evening county board meeting where it can be accessible to taxpayers who work during the day

Coal City, Beecher boys soccer both win 8-0 in regional semifinals: Tuesday’s Daily Journal roundup

The Coal City and Beecher boys soccer teams both picked up 8-0 wins in the IHSA Class 1A Coal City Regional semifinals, advancing to meet in Saturday's championship game, and more in Tuesday's Daily Journal roundup.

Wilmington completes emotionally draining senior night comeback over Coal City in season finale

Wilmington and its seniors earned a picture-perfect season finale in a riveting win over rival Coal City.